Brazilian Style Butterflied Leg of Lamb with Chimichurri

 

1 boneless lamb leg, butterflied

 

1 medium sized onion, quartered

4 cloves garlic, peeled

1 bunch scallions, both white and green parts, trimmed

1 bunch fresh cilantro leaves

1 tsp. dried oregano

3 bay leaves

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1 C white wine, dry

½ C olive oil

 

¾ C olive oil

3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar

1 Tbsp. lemon juice

½ C parsley

2 cloves garlic

1 bunch scallions, both white and green parts, trimmed

1 T. dried chili

salt and freshly ground black pepper

 

fresh green chili

 

Place all marinade ingredients into a blender and process until slightly coarse. Turn lamb so the bottom faces you. Take netting off leg and cut through halfway down and lay the leg flat. Place leg into a large tray and pour marinade over, rubbing into the meat. Cover with cling wrap and refrigerate overnight. Remove lamb from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. For the chimichurri, place all ingredients in a food processor and blend together; do not mix too much. Let stand for 1 hour. While chimichurri is resting, preheat outdoor grill to medium high. Cook lamb for 30 minutes, turning once. Lamb should be cooked medium. Rest lamb for 20 minutes. Serve with a fresh green chili, if desired.